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Michele Oka Doner
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Michele Oka Doner
- Seven Torso Sculptures
- porcelain, acrylic and steel
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist by a Private Michigan Collector
Acquired from the above, circa 1985
Acquired from the above, circa 1985
Exhibited
Michele Oka Doner at Mid-Career, Meadow Brook Art Gallery, Oakland University, Rochester, MI, April 1-May 20, 1990
Literature
Lee Nordness, Objects: USA, New York, 1970, p. 107 (for related "Tattooed Baby Dolls")
Linda Schmidt, "Nature's Scribe," American Ceramics, vol. 8, 1990, p. 26 (for related works shown at Art et Industrie Gallery, New York, 1990)
Suzanne Ramljak, Morris Lapidus and Arthur C. Danto, Michele Oka Doner: Natural Seduction, New York, 2003, pp. 36-39 (for related works)
Linda Schmidt, "Nature's Scribe," American Ceramics, vol. 8, 1990, p. 26 (for related works shown at Art et Industrie Gallery, New York, 1990)
Suzanne Ramljak, Morris Lapidus and Arthur C. Danto, Michele Oka Doner: Natural Seduction, New York, 2003, pp. 36-39 (for related works)
Condition
Overall very good condition. With some minute scattered surface scratches and slightly rough edges to the Plexiglas base. The porcelain torsos present with a few minor edge flecks and with surface dirt to the recessed portions of the design consistent with age. The steel rods with some minor rubbing and discoloration consistent with age and gentle handling. This sculpture presents with a variety of textural treatments to the porcelain figures, showing great depth and visual interest. When viewed in person the coloration of the porcelain is slightly less saturated than seen in the catalogue illustration and present with more nuanced tones of blue, pink and rust red with highlights of gilt surface decoration. A wonderfully dynamic piece that displays with great rhythm and tactility in the composition of the figures.
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In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.